You may remember the story about my last 1½ years in which things kept coming at me from so many directions: physical suffering without answers, stress, issues in the lives of family and friends, a mountain of things needing attention, mental overload, and sometimes just pure evil. At times I’ve felt stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed. … Continue reading Protected from Damage
Casting Our Nets Forward
You absolutely did not do all the right things parenting your child. I know I didn't. No one does, and it is time to leave the past there—in the past. If your child is now a prodigal, it can be difficult to do that, and those memories can be a playground for the enemy and … Continue reading Casting Our Nets Forward
Mirrors Tell All
We all know what mirrors do: they reflect whatever is in front of them, good or bad, happy or sad, bound or free, beautiful or not so beautiful. While in prayer for a prodigal daughter who has canceled her mom, I felt a distinct impression that her mom serves as a mirror to her, and … Continue reading Mirrors Tell All
Don’t Stop Dreaming
“‘Why have you stopped dreaming My dreams? Who told you I would not come through?’ –God.” This quote stayed on my refrigerator for a long time. I don’t know who said it or wrote it, but it is profound and applicable to this journey of loving and praying for a prodigal. God has shown us … Continue reading Don’t Stop Dreaming
Walls That Work, and Walls That Don’t
The Bible is full of promises regarding God’s protection of His people, but Hosea 2:6-7 reveals a way the Lord protects sinners: “Therefore, behold, I will … wall her in, So that she cannot find her paths. She will chase her lovers, But not overtake them; Yes, she will seek them, but not find them. … Continue reading Walls That Work, and Walls That Don’t
Prayer for Prodigals 